ColorplanBenjamin Moore Bavarian Forest (2054-10) is a very dark green with a cool blue-green undertone and an LRV of 5. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Cascades (SW 7623). For trim, try Tulle Skirt (2135-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 4.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #1D4543 |
| RGB | 29, 69, 67 |
| HSL | 177°, 41%, 19% |
About Bavarian Forest
Bavarian Forest (2054-10) is a very dark, muted green from Benjamin Moore that leans blue. With an LRV of 5, Bavarian Forest absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
North-facing light makes Bavarian Forest read cooler and slightly darker, while warm south-facing light softens it. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Forest Green (2047-10), it's darker and more muted.
How Bavarian Forest changes with the light
Bavarian Forest is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Bavarian Forest will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Bavarian Forest will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
South light keeps Bavarian Forest from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Bavarian Forest looks cool in the morning and warms up in the golden late-afternoon light.
See Bavarian Forest in real homes
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Bavarian Forest equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 9.9
Also close: Carriage Green (ΔE 10.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 12.2
Also close: Vine Leaf (ΔE 12.8)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Bavarian Forest questions
What undertone does Bavarian Forest have?
Bavarian Forest has a cool blue-green undertone, so it reads as a cool color. North-facing light makes Bavarian Forest read cooler and slightly darker, while warm south-facing light softens it.
Is Bavarian Forest a light or dark color?
Bavarian Forest has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 4.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 5, Bavarian Forest absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Bavarian Forest in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Cascades SW 7623 (close, ΔE 4.9); Farrow & Ball: Duck Green No.W55 (closest available, ΔE 9.9); Behr: Midnight In NY N440-7 (closest available, ΔE 12.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Bavarian Forest?
Try Tulle Skirt (2135-70) on trim and Ice Mist (OC-67) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Bavarian Forest's undertone.
Where does Bavarian Forest work best?
Bavarian Forest works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 5, Bavarian Forest absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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